Personality: Theories & Types
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Under Hans Eysenck's Three-Factor Model of Personality, a thorough analysis of his fundamental dimensions—Extraversion, Neuroticism, and Psychoticism—reveals which of the following options most accurately, scientifically, and fundamentally characterizes the 'Psychoticism' dimension?
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Understanding Eysenck's Psychoticism Dimension
Hans Eysenck incorporated Extraversion (E), Neuroticism (N), and later Psychoticism (P) into his Three-Factor Model of Personality.
- Psychoticism (P): Individuals scoring high on this dimension exhibit traits such as aggressiveness, impulsivity, lack of empathy, and antisocial tendencies.
- Extraversion: Relates to sociability, liveliness, and active engagement with the external environment.
- Neuroticism: Relates to emotional instability, anxiety, and psychological distress.
Therefore, option C is the correct scientific representation of Psychoticism.
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